Super Quick Black Beans and Rice
Ready in just 20 minutes, this **Super Quick Black Beans and Rice** recipe is the perfect go-to for a flavorful, budget-friendly, and nutritious meal. This one-skillet wonder combines aromatic onion and garlic with hearty black beans, perfectly cooked rice, and a medley of vibrant spices like cumin and paprika. The addition of juicy diced tomatoes brings a burst of freshness, while optional garnishes like cilantro and lime juice elevate the dish with zesty, herbaceous notes. Ideal for busy weeknights, this vegetarian dish is as wholesome as it is delicious, making it a versatile staple for meal prep or a satisfying main dish on its own.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 15-ounce can, drained and rinsed canned black beans
- 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
- 0.25 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional for garnish) fresh cilantro
- 0.5 unit, juiced (optional for serving) lime
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the cooked rice to the skillet and stir well to combine with the onion and garlic.
Stir in the drained black beans, diced tomatoes (with their juices), ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Cook everything together over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and the flavors are well combined.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, if using.
Serve hot with a squeeze of lime juice for added brightness, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
213 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.6 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1188 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 57 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 345 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
